Plant Manager

Overview

Lead a multi-shift manufacturing facility of approximately 150 employees. Responsible for overall plant performance, including safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and financial results. Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and leadership development while ensuring customer commitments are met.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all plant operations, including production, manufacturing engineering, maintenance, quality, supply chain, and logistics

Ensure achievement of production targets, on-time delivery, operational goals, and P&L objectives

Monitor and improve plant performance using KPIs and operational metrics

Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives

Promote a strong safety, quality, and compliance culture

Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts to improve operational performance

Manage budgets, cost control, and overall plant financial performance

Develop and mentor leadership teams, supporting workforce planning and succession planning

Partner with cross-functional teams including engineering, supply chain, procurement, and commercial operations to align manufacturing priorities and capacity planning

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience

Strong P&L ownership

Progressive manufacturing leadership experience in a plant operations environment

Strong leadership, team-building, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skill

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies

Solid financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and operational performance management

Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

MBA preferred

Demonstrated success leading plant operations, safety programs, and financial performance

7+ years of progressive manufacturing experience